Support Worker – Street Team
The Salvation Army (TAS) Prpty Trust atf Social Work
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Job summary
The Salvation Army in Hobart is hiring a part-time Street Team Support Worker to help keep the city safe on Friday and Saturday nights. You will work with the Team Leader, Shift Supervisor and partners to support vulnerable patrons, provide practical assistance, water, first aid, and coordinate transport where needed.
Role involves engaging with patrons, recruiting and supporting volunteers, and maintaining incident and program records. Evening hours are 10:00pm–3:00am in Salamanca.
Qualifications
- Essential Requirements must be met as listed by The Salvation Army.
Responsibilities
- Support the Team Leader in the delivery of Street Team operations.
- Assist with the setup and pack down of the Street Team coffee trailer.
- Engage directly with patrons requiring support, assistance or brief intervention.
- Recruit, coordinate and support volunteers.
- Provide volunteer administration support through Workday.
- Assist with incident reporting, shift reports and program administration.
- Support volunteer training, orientation and recognition activities.
- Work collaboratively with volunteers to provide a safe and effective community service.
- Maintain compliance with Salvation Army policies, WHS requirements.
Skills
Education
Job description
Number of Positions Available: 1
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here - providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
Help Keep Hobart Safe on Friday and Saturday Nights. The Salvation Army is seeking a compassionate and community-minded Support Worker to join our Street Team program in Hobart's Salamanca precinct. Working alongside the Team Leader, Shift Supervisor and community partners, you'll provide practical support to vulnerable and intoxicated patrons, helping connect them with assistance and ensuring they can get home safely. From offering water and first aid to coordinating transport and welfare support, you'll play an important role in creating safer nights for the Hobart community.
Street Team Hobart operates every Friday and Saturday night between 10:00pm and 3:00am, providing a visible, supportive presence within the Salamanca precinct.
- Supporting the Team Leader in the delivery of Street Team operations.
- Assisting with the setup and pack down of the Street Team coffee trailer.
- Engaging directly with patrons requiring support, assistance or brief intervention.
- Recruiting, coordinating and supporting volunteers.
- Providing volunteer administration support through Workday.
- Assisting with incident reporting, shift reports and program administration.
- Supporting volunteer training, orientation and recognition activities.
- Working collaboratively with volunteers to provide a safe and effective community service.
- Maintaining compliance with Salvation Army policies, procedures and WHS requirements.
You are approachable, reliable and passionate about helping people in vulnerable situations. You enjoy working as part of a team and can remain calm and professional in dynamic community settings.
- Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) or equivalent relevant experience.
- Current National Police Check.
- Current Working with Vulnerable People Registration.
- Current Tasmanian Driver Licence.
- Ability to tow and reverse a large trailer or van.
- Current First Aid Certificate.
- Willingness to complete mandatory Salvation Army training.
- Experience working with vulnerable individuals.
- Experience in community services, outreach programs or volunteer-based environments.
- Mental Health First Aid Certificate.
- Experience working with vulnerable individuals.
- Experience in community services, outreach programs or volunteer-based environments.
- Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
- Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers.
- Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.
- Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
- Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.
We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people. The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.
At the Salvos, we believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. And it is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here - providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement dedicated to sharing the love of Jesus. We share the love of Jesus by: Caring for people Creating faith pathways Building healthy communities Working for justice When you work with the Salvos, you help make a real difference to the community and the lives of others. Find more information here. Check out how we're bringing some more good in the world.
The Salvation Army offers a range of employment opportunities across the organisation, including those in community programs, aged care, retail, employment services, corporate and other support services. When you choose to work with the Salvos, you choose to believe in doing good that transforms the lives of people and communities facing hardship or crisis. So, if you are passionate about work that has purpose and satisfaction, are keen on delivering social and sustainable outcomes that change lives, we want to hear from you. Our employees have access to a range of benefits, plus personal development and career diversity opportunities that deliver real and meaningful benefits. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance, generous salary packaging opportunities, parental leave, purchase leave schemes and much more.
Find out more. The Salvation Army encourages people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that accepts and recognises every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all people to achieve their highest potential.
Check out our career page to find out more about our recruitment process and what its like to work at the Salvos.
Check out our volunteer opportunities here.
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